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Short Beaked Echidna peaking over a log. Its beak is resting on the log and its looking towards the camera. Its brown with creamy colour spikes.

Animal Encounters

Make your sanctuary visit even more special by booking an exclusive encounter

Whether you want a close-up experience with your favourite animal or a chance to go behind the scenes and meet our keepers, book an animal encounter to put yourself in the front row.

Close-up Encounters

Side view of a brown platypus swimming through the water.
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Platypus Discovery
Enter the world of the cryptic Platypus in this awe-inspiring encounter.
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Kangaroo Close-up
Upgrade your visit to Healesville Sanctuary and say g'day to a kangaroo!
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Dingo Close-Up
Meet the keepers and learn something new about your favourite animals!
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Koala Close-up
Meet our sleepy koalas
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Echidna Close-up
Upgrade your visit to Healesville Sanctuary and meet one of our shy little echidnas!

Guided Tours

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VIP Sanctuary Tour
Come with us on a journey through the Australian bush and meet the animals who live there.

Special Experiences

Aerial view of the Yarra Valley Victoria. Looking out toward farms with green paddocks, small lakes with dark green treed mountains in the horizon.
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Wine and Wildlife Tour
Discover incredible animals, wine and food.